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Head South where your Cash Goes Farther! The weak dollar has put a halt to many American travelers’ European vacations this fall – but, if you live in the States, it doesn’t mean you have to stay home or cancel your long-awaited vacation plans. Consider our unique twists on heading South to Mexico, Central and South America - where you will find where you will find delicious cuisine, exotic cultures, architecture, history, natural beauty…and warm weather too!
Buenos Aires, the world’s 12th largest city is cosmopolitan and filled with the romance of tango, horse racing and gauchos. It is also quite affordable compared to major European cities. There are many opportunities to watch tango dancing and take lessons too - for as little as $6! The people are warm and friendly and great meals will not be hard to find and will not break your budget.
These Amazon riverboat expeditions will get you up close to the rainforest for an once-in-a-lifetime experience. During the day, passengers take hikes and explore by small boats. And while relaxing onboard, surrounded by the natural beauty and sounds of the rainforest, passengers can also fish for piranha. GreenTracks runs a variety of eco-adventures combining nature and culture which also include tours of the Galapagos Islands, the Inca Trail and more.
If you take a beach vacation each year to a pricey resort, investing in a resort club like Sueño Del Mar will save you money over the long run and you’ll have the comfort of returning to ‘your own' vacation home. Located outside a small fishing village in English-speaking Belize, the resort has extensive amenities including two swimming pools, a beach-side bar and grill, diving and fishing, and a full time concierge. One or two bedroom residences are available and there are two membership options available (or you can choose to live there full-time!). A group membership will allow you to join with friends and then split your time at your own island paradise. This could be an ideal opportunity to get your own piece of paradise before the word gets out!
Chef David Sterling’s cooking school located in a colonial mansion in Yucatan’s capitol city of Merida, was the first ever to focus solely on Yucatan Cuisine. Influenced by a variety of European cultures, it has been called world’s first ‘fusion’ food. Instructional classes or a longer stay at this popular cooking school will fully immerse you in the ingredients, technique and local culture of the Yucatan cuisine. A full day Taste of Yucatan class is $100 and includes a light breakfast, a walk to the market, lunch and then a heavy mid-day meal which you have spent the day preparing. For those who wish to stay longer, a week-long culinary workshop includes excursions into Mayan ruins, a city tour, three cooking classes, most meals and accommodations.
From the Samba parades, Carnival Balls, Street Parties, great food and non-stop excitement – this is Brazil at its finest. The festivals and abundance of Brazilians who join in the celebrations give visitors a chance to experience the lively culture of Brazil first-hand.
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